Contract Manager

Contract Manager - Prestigious Tour Operator - SurreyThis prestigious tour operator in Surrey are looking for a Contract Manager to join their team overseeing and co-ordinating the negotiation and completion of contracts with worldwide suppliers. Working closely with the Product team you will also be responsible for sourcing new suppliers. On top of a competitive salary you will be rewarded with excellent benefits and the chance to be part of an inspiring company who continue to made significant investments in their staff, office environment and technology.

Contract Manager - Features

Contract negotiations with existing or potential suppliers to secure best possible rates, terms and conditions, commission and overrides in order to deliver meet and exceed targets.

Source new suppliers across Italy, the Azores, China, Norway, New York and Costa Rica.

Travel overseas to negotiate new and existing contracts as well as undertaking product inspections

Work closely with the sales, operations and marketing teams to ensure staff are fully trained on new contracts as well as providing contract supplier information for website copy, brochures and presentations.

Attend and represent the company at relevant trade and public exhibitions

Conduct overseas supplier health and safety audits

Contract Manager Skills:

Previous experience in a contracting or purchasing role within the travel industry

Strong commercial awareness and proven negotiation skills

Experience of negotiating on a business to business basis with long term suppliers

Excellent organisational skills

Educated to degree level or business equivalent

Previously successful candidates have come from a Product and Contracts Manager, Purchasing Manager, Contract Manager background. If you would like to apply for the role of Contract Manager please email your CV to Louise@candm.co.uk or call Lisa or Louise on 017373099894

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C&M Travel Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all candidates. For more opportunities, please visit www.candm.co.uk